Autism and Loving People
“How do I love thee? I don’t know how to show you the way.” That sums up my experience of loving someone else. I feel love, but hadn’t known how [continue reading…]
Articles by Eileen Parker
Autism Change Causing Stress
When I’m stressed I rock more, flap my hands more, and walk on my toes more. Change is a big culprit that causes me to feel stressed. One of the [continue reading…]
Even with Autism, Growing Confidence in Social Situations
Hubby and I went to a little get together at his friend Jim’s house, which included Jim’s girlfriend and his friend. The anticipation of a social activity still makes me [continue reading…]
Autism Organizational Ability…or Not
I’m in the not organized category then at other times, I hyper-organize to a point that is not necessary. Most of the time–not organized. My mum said that as a [continue reading…]
Join in Autism Community Conversations with Eileen Parker–that’s me.
I had an idea. Parents ask me questions, which I don’t mind at all. Some call out of the blue and others during conversations while they have questions about choosing [continue reading…]
With Autism, I Don’t Wanna Hold Your Hand
Yes, I am hearing the Beatles tune in my head, “I Wanna Hold Your Hand.” This is what popped into my head while my daughter and I were at the [continue reading…]